White Christmas

placing holly wreaths
on the snow covered headstones - -
carols from the church

written 14th November for Tania's Winter holiday haiku contest
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Calasibetta Avatar
November 30, 2021 at 2:30 PM
Congratulations on your win! A very moving Haiku....touches ones heart! Blessings, Paulette
Roper Avatar
November 29, 2021 at 6:43 PM
Love this one, Jack. Congratulations on your win in Tania's contest. Hugs and lots of love Eve
Kendrick Avatar
November 29, 2021 at 3:21 AM
I have read your winning work and was delighted that it was in the winners' list. Congrats. Sara..I knew it would place high.
Dietrich Avatar
November 28, 2021 at 6:50 PM
back with my congrats on your awesome ku.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 27, 2021 at 9:26 AM
Beautiful and sad all at once! Congratulations, Jack!
Allison Avatar
November 26, 2021 at 5:07 PM
many congrats on your win Jack I love this poem xx:-) hugs Jan xx
Kitchin Avatar
November 26, 2021 at 12:23 PM
Jack, haunting imagery, well done, congratulations on your winning placement!
Allison Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 11:20 AM
wonderful juxtaposition Jack:-) hugs Jan xx
Horsman Avatar
November 17, 2021 at 6:10 PM
Wonderful contrast, The Green holly, red berries against the whiteness of snow, Great haiku, yes you open one's imagination and thought, as to the scene.
Dietrich Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 1:38 PM
In my opinion this one is VERY strong. Just how I feel a haiku should be!
Ball Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 7:57 AM
A sweet and solemn picture here Jack. Beautifully done with great imagery. God Bless and good luck in the contest. JB
Callus Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 10:02 AM
A haiku of contrasts. The carols bring a message of hope; not all comes to an end with death. ~ Best regards my friend // paul
Kendrick Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 8:31 AM
Reads like a good contender. Way to go. Not a really happy visit but we anticipate the time when we will meet again with those we love. Thanks for all the visits to my page. Sara
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